Filmmaker Sues Beyoncé Over 'Lemonade' Trailer

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A filmmaker has filed a federal lawsuit in New York against the Grammy-winning artist alleging ideas from his short film were used to create the trailer that accompanied her new visual album "Lemonade."

According to court documents, Fulks alleges several similarities in the songstress' teaser and his video, including graffiti styles displayed in the background, shots comprised in red and black, the use of parking garages, poetry voice over, "heavy, dark, and angst-laden" moods and similar title card screens.

Representatives for Beyoncé and the corporations didn't immediately respond to requests for comment Thursday.